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- Play a key role in the design, development, and delivery of a new Occupational Therapy program
- 1 x Full time, ongoing appointment based at the Bundoora Campus
- Remuneration at Academic Level B ($115,303- $ 136,925) or Level C ($141,247 - $ 162,872) + 17% Super

About the Role

School of Health and Biomedical Sciences is seeking a motivated academic to join as a Lecturer (Level B) or Senior Lecturer (Level C) in Occupational Therapy. The successful candidate will be instrumental in the design, development, and delivery of a new, future-focused Occupational Therapy program that prepares students for contemporary practice.

At either level, you will contribute to teaching and research within your area of expertise and engage actively with academic, professional, and community partners. You will support and promote the program through collaboration and leadership across the School and external networks.

The Key Selection Criteria for each academic level (B or C) are outlined in their respective Position Descriptions (linked to this advertisement).

Qualifications

Mandatory for level B and C appointment: Mandatory: PhD or equivalent in relevant field, and eligibility to register as an Occupational Therapist with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.

Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check and other checks as required by the specific role. Maintaining a valid Working With Children Check is a condition of employment at RMIT.

To Apply

Please submit your CV and cover letter and separately addressed the Key Selection Criteria for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this page.

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Aleksandra Besia, Talent Advisor at aleksandra.besia@rmit.edu.au

Position Description - Senior Lecturer, Occupational Therapy

Position Description - Lecturer, Level B Occupational Therapy

Applications close on Wednesday, 5th of November.

Please note, if you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click 'apply' and you will be redirected to RMIT's Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Due to recent upgrades, position description links may not work on LinkedIn advertisements.

Applications Close:

5 Nov 2025 11.59 pm

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